The German Insurance Association (GDV) is eliminating company cars and promoting bicycles as part of its plan to become climate-neutral by 2025. Discover how this shift impacts the insurance industry's ESG strategy, green investments, and what it means for policyholders in Germany and the US.…

Michael Diekmann, former CEO and current Chairman of Allianz, is seeking re-election despite the company's age limit policy. This move raises questions about corporate governance and continuity at Europe's largest insurer. Explore what this means for Allianz's strategy and how it compares to leadership transitions at major US insurance companies.…

Versicherungskammer Bayern, Germany's largest public insurer, announces a major board reshuffle. Andreas Kolb succeeds Isabella Pfaller as CFO, while Isabella Martorell Naßl takes over health, care, and travel insurance. Discover what these changes mean for policyholders and how they reflect trends in the German and US insurance markets.…

AXA Deutschland strengthens its leadership by appointing Karsten Dietrich, a former Signal Iduna executive, to its board. He will lead the Personal Insurance division, overseeing health and life insurance. Discover how this move impacts AXA's digital health strategy and what it means for policyholders in Germany and the US.…

SV SparkassenVersicherung, a major German insurer, has appointed former Sky COO Michael Meiers to its board. This strategic hire signals a major push towards digital customer service transformation. Discover what this leadership change means for policyholders and how it compares to trends in the US insurance market with private insurers and Medicare.…

Discover which insurance companies and financial service providers are most recommended for apprentices in Germany. Allianz, Debeka, and ERGO top the list in a new Focus Money survey. Learn what makes these insurers attractive employers and how their training programs compare to opportunities in the US insurance industry.…

Zurich Germany has appointed Marcus Bonn as its new Chief Risk Officer. Discover how executive changes at major insurers like Zurich and ERGO can impact your private health insurance (PKV) and statutory health insurance (GKV) coverage, and learn key risk management insights for your personal financial protection.…

The insurance industry faces a talent crisis. Matthias Schmidt of Vers-Kompass GmbH argues that modern recruiting, social media, and agile work cultures are essential for survival and attracting the next generation.…

Volkswohl Bund Versicherungen and Dortmunder Lebensversicherung AG appoint Celine Carstensen-Opitz to their executive boards. The actuary succeeds Heike Bähner, focusing on actuarial functions and life insurance development.…

Württembergische Krankenversicherung AG appoints Jonas Eickholt to its executive board, succeeding Gerd Sautter. Learn about this leadership change in the German health insurance sector.…

Rheinland Insurance Group appoints Ulrich Hilp, former sales director of Condor Lebensversicherung, to its executive board. Hilp will lead sales and broker distribution, marking a strategic leadership transition.…

Legal protection insurer Deurag, a Signal Iduna subsidiary, appoints Ulrich Scheele as interim Sales Director. Learn about this leadership transition and its impact on legal insurance services.…

ADAC Versicherung AG strengthens its executive team with Sascha Herwig, former board member of digital insurer Element. Herwig will lead IT transformation and product management, signaling a major digital shift.…

Iris Kremers steps down from HDI Deutschland's executive board, with Holm Diez appointed as her successor in Bancassurance. Learn how this leadership change impacts insurance distribution and strategy.…

The DKM 2022, Germany's leading insurance and finance trade fair, returns to Dortmund's Westfalenhallen as an in-person event. While workshops move online, the focus is on live networking and 14 on-site congresses for professional development.…

Signal Iduna Group creates a new executive board division for 'Customer, Service, and Transformation,' appointing Johannes Rath as Chief Transformation Officer. Learn how this strategic move aims to enhance digital insurance services and customer experience.…

Allianz Direct strengthens leadership with Nils Stamm as new Chief Marketing and Sales Officer. Discover how this move aims to enhance digital customer experience in auto, home, and travel insurance across Europe.…

DA Direkt, a Zurich subsidiary, establishes a new executive board department for Products and Analytics, appointing René Billing. Discover how this data-focused strategy impacts pricing, product innovation, and your supplemental health insurance options in Germany.…

Berlin Direkt, a HanseMerkur subsidiary, announces a leadership change as Tobias Blodau succeeds Mirko Kühne. Discover how this impacts online insurance sales, sustainability, and your access to digital insurance products in Germany.…

Despite a perceived talent shortage, the insurance industry remains an attractive employer for many. Discover the key factors—from job security to innovation—that draw talent to careers in health insurance (PKV/GKV), sales, and actuarial science in Germany.…